Elan Ricardo (foto: Twitter)
Beşiktaş continues its South American recruitment with the signing of Colombian midfielder Elan Ricardo, following Keny Arroyo, as the club shifts its transfer strategy for the 2025 season.
Beşiktaş is making waves with its evolving transfer strategy, focusing on young South American talent. After securing Keny Arroyo, the Turkish giants have now completed the signing of Elan Ricardo, a promising Colombian midfielder who is set to make his mark in the Süper Lig.
Elan Joseph Ricardo Ochoa was born in 1995 in Barranquilla, Colombia. From a young age, Ricardo showed a passion for football, progressing through Colombia’s youth systems before launching his professional career.
Ricardo began his professional journey with La Equidad, one of Colombia’s well-regarded clubs. His performances quickly caught the attention of scouts, and after years of solid displays in the Colombian league, Ricardo earned a move to Europe, culminating in his 2025 transfer to Beşiktaş. This marks his first experience playing outside Colombia, and expectations are high for him to adapt and shine in the Turkish top flight.
Beşiktaş’s move for Ricardo signals a deliberate strategy to infuse the squad with young, dynamic talent from South America, with the club looking to refresh its roster and build for the future.